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Sports / Leisure 31 Aug 2023

A plan to get Henderson-Massey active

Well-considered investment in sport and recreation facilities is vital to get people moving.

Community 31 Aug 2023

Call to halt caulerpa’s spread in Waiheke waters supported by board

Auckland boaters are being asked to stay away from areas of the Waiheke coastline following the discovery of invasive seaweed exotic caulerpa.

Council news 31 Aug 2023

New Papakura water treatment plant boosts Auckland’s water supply by 12 million litres

The new $81m Papakura Water Treatment Plant will help boost Auckland’s water supply by 12 million litres a day when it goes into service on Thursday 31 August, 2023.

Community 31 Aug 2023

Teens from Ōtara are 'go for launch' for unforgettable NASA Space Camp journey

Sixteen rangatahi have launched their scientific knowledge on a global scale after taking part in a NASA Space Camp, thanks to funding from the Ōtara-Papatoetoe local board.

Conservation 30 Aug 2023

Dog rule protects Snells Beach shorebirds

A temporary change to the dog walking rules at the northern end of Snells Beach will help endangered shorebirds.

Community 29 Aug 2023

Replacement for Jubilee Bridge on track

The first stage of procurement for a replacement bridge is complete.

Community 29 Aug 2023

The art of beautifying our streets - opportunity for local artists

Artists from the Otara-Papatoetoe area are being encouraged to submit designs to help bring two telecommunications cabinets to life.

Community 29 Aug 2023

Thumbs up for Ōrewa park design

The design for an $805,000 neighbourhood park to be built in Ōrewa next year has got the thumbs up from locals and the local board.

Events

24 Jul 2024 - 24 Aug 2024

Drawn In - Kumeu Arts Members Exhibition of Drawing

This collection of drawings will serve to highlight the value of drawing.

24 Jul 2024 - 24 Aug 2024

Get Fired - Kumeu Arts Members Exhibition of Ceramics

Our annual ceramics exhibition highlights the work of the many talented ceramic artists in our co...

24 Jul 2024 - 28 Aug 2024

Throw It Down

Learn how to throw a variety of domestic shapes including cups, bowls and cylinders.

24 Jul 2024 - 11 Sep 2024

Life Drawing 101

Learn how to convey a sense of gesture to give flow and life to the figure and structure to give...

24 Jul 2024 - 25 Sep 2024

Art Safari with Susannah MacDonald

Create with drawing, paint, oil pastels and more and join a fun filled journey.

24 Jul 2024 - 25 Sep 2024

Ceramics for All Levels with Susan Browne

Explore the wonderful world of ceramics in this beginners/intermediate class.

24 Jul 2024 - 25 Sep 2024

Wednesday Acrylics with Michelle Male

Get ready to embark on a thrilling journey into the world of acrylics!

24 Jul 2024 - 26 Sep 2024

Acoustic Guitar for Adults with Peter Grahame

Acoustic guitar for adults explores guitar playing with theory, technique and practice.